Traveling Maintenance Technician (Internal Candidate)

Job Title: Traveling Maintenance Technician (Internal Candidate)
Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Senior Maintenance Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Effective Date: June 2026

White Oak conserves and sustains some of the earth's rarest wild animals through innovative training, research, education, and conservation breeding programs that contribute to the survival of wildlife in nature.  The conservation programs span 600 acres along the St. Mary’s River in northeast Florida, surrounded by 22,000 acres of mixed forest and wetlands that make up the beautiful White Oak property.  Founded in 1982, White Oak leads professional efforts to improve veterinary care, develop holistic animal management techniques, and better understand the biology of critically endangered species by providing excellent care and managing conservation programs for over 30 species of imperiled wildlife in large, naturalistic habitats. 

White Oak Mission:
Saving endangered wildlife and habitats through sustainable populations, expanding education initiatives, and responsible land stewardship.

Job Summary:

The Traveling Maintenance Technician is to independently maintain and repair real estate assets and associated equipment at White Oak and surrounding Northeast Florida/South Georgia properties. This position is responsible for managing assigned maintenance activities across multiple locations with minimal direct supervision, exercising independent judgment to identify, prioritize, and resolve maintenance issues. This position conducts preventative maintenance and repairs for residential and light commercial electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems.  The Traveling Maintenance Technician will assist with appliance repair and maintenance for kitchen, laundry, refrigeration, HVAC preventative maintenance and minor repairs. The Traveling Maintenance Technician will make weekly rounds to assess and report any issues with assigned properties.  

Essential Duties:

•    Independently prioritize, schedule, and complete maintenance activities across multiple properties while exercising sound judgment regarding repairs, safety concerns, and escalation of issues requiring management review.
•    Conduct trouble shooting, repairs, and installation as needed.
•    Conduct inspections to identify safety hazards and preventative maintenance needs.
•    Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance on all interior and exterior serviceable building systems
•    Perform routine scheduled preventative maintenance on all lighting/ electrical and plumbing systems interior and exterior of all facilities.
•    Provide Facilities Manager with report of preventive maintenance inspections performed and suggest corrective actions to be applied
•    Perform repairs and maintenance to all sewage systems
•    Perform repairs and maintenance of commercial and residential kitchen, laundry, and other appliances
•    Troubleshoot and determine service requirements by applying technical skills and experience, including HVAC system operations and preventive maintenance experience
•    Repair, replacement, and maintenance of pool pumps, controls, and piping systems as well as other pumps including irrigation, recirculating, and fire protection pumps
•    Work closely with maintenance manager and team to complete priority maintenance projects
•    Serve as a mechanical and electrical representative to other maintenance staff and contractors 
•    Complete and submit required paperwork in a timely manner.
•    Safely and accurately operate construction equipment, hand and power tools along with shop machinery to complete assigned projects.
•    Install fixtures including drywall, flooring, windows, doors, and hardware.
•    Manage inventory of tools, equipment, and maintenance supplies in the service vehicle.
•    Document work orders and progress using our digital tracking mobile application.
•    Respond promptly to urgent or emergency maintenance requests across the region.

The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:  

•    Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in general maintenance, construction, or handyman roles.
•    Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, exercise sound judgment, prioritize competing demands, and effectively manage a regional maintenance schedule. Must be a self-starter who is proactive, resourceful, and accountable for achieving results.
•    Proven ability to identify maintenance issues, determine appropriate corrective actions, and make routine field decisions without direct oversight.
•    Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in carpentry, plumbing, painting, and basic electrical work.
•    Ability to operate without direct supervision and be self-motivated, persistent, confident, tenacious, and take pride in work.
•    Certificates of competency (journeyman cards) in electrical and plumbing preferred but not required.
•    Flexibility in work hours and schedule; job may occasionally require working long hours, weekends, and holidays
•    Dependable, trustworthy, and neatly groomed 
•    Excellent time management skills to handle independent travel schedules.
•    Ability to interact professionally with staff at different regional sites.
•    Capable of receiving and following instructions and communicating with co-workers
•    Ability to read and adhere to labels, safety warnings, and guidelines
•    Attentive to detail and always alert to ensure safety

Physical Requirements, Hazards, and Special Working Conditions:

Valid driver’s license required.  

Capacity to lift up to 50 lbs and climb ladders regularly.

Working conditions include working in inclement weather, extreme temperatures (attics), noise, hazardous materials, able to work using ladders and man lifts, and carry heavy objects.

This is a salary position which can require weekend coverage and may require occasional after-hour service work.

White Oak Conservation is committed to creating an environment where diverse perspectives are welcome, and to nurturing a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law.